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Avatar for Carmine Construction Group, Inc.
Carmine Construction Group, Inc.
4.9(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our front steps fell apart and needed a patch job. They immediately came and quoted me a price. Then I asked about other projects so they came back and gave me a new estimate. I ended up just going with the patchwork but it was no issue. Keeps in constant contact with you and the job they did was amazing so much better than we expected for a patchwork. Would highly recommend and hope to use them in the future."
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Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I dealt with John and Dave. They were always very punctual, the proposal was specific it clearly stated what they would be doing, the size of the septic tank, overflow, main line and the cost. It was all done to code. They were polite, responsive and answered all my questions even after the work was completed, I wish I would have realized or been told how extensive the area that was disturbed would be. I would have removed more of the plants."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Five Star Landscaping & Design
4.4(
54
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Customers say: Quality work

"my Patio came out beautiful! The workers were always on time and very professional, Finished the job exactly when i was told they would, looking forward to hiring them again in the future , would highly recommend them."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for ZENR Junk Removal
ZENR Junk Removal
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"????? Amazing service from ZenR Junk Removal! I had junk piled up in my garage from the floor all the way to the ceiling, and ZenR Junk Removal came in and completely transformed the space. They were professional, hardworking, and made the whole process incredibly easy. Now my garage is finally cleared out, and my dogs actually have a clean, comfortable place to sleep because I converted the entire garage into a massive doghouse for them. Seeing the finished space and knowing my pups can enjoy it makes me so happy. I highly recommend ZenR Junk Removal to anyone who needs reliable, efficient, and friendly junk removal service. They truly go above and beyond!"
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Junk in my Trunk
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called yesterday and they did the work early today. When I called, the woman who arranged the appointment was pleasant and helpful. The workers who came were friendly and careful when removing the items. I did one other cost-estimate comparison and the price for this service seemed very fair! I would definitely hire them again because the whole process was very quick and easy!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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